Is pulling weeds a waste of time?

• <div><p>No, definitely not. Pulling weeds by hand is the single most effective way to remove them because you're eliminating the entire plant—roots and all—so it won’t have a chance to grow or spread. Setting time aside a few times per week to pull weeds can keep them at bay. If the number of weeds gets overwhelming, then you can resort to other methods. </p></div>

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Q: Does organic herbicide kill crabgrass?

• <div><p>Crabgrass is very resilient, and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/homemade-weed-killer.htm">homemade solutions like vinegar</a> may not be strong enough. Typically, hand-weeding is the most effective option that doesn&rsquo;t involve harmful chemicals. You can use corn-meal gluten as a natural pre-emergent herbicide, but it&rsquo;s not as effective as chemical weed killers.</p></div>

Q: What will kill dandelions but not grass?

• <div><p>Look for a broadleaf herbicide, one that has been formulated specifically for dandelions and is considered grass-safe.</p></div>

Q: What is hydroseeding mix?

• <div><p>The hydroseed mix&mdash;known as a slurry&mdash;helps grass seed take root in many ways. Water combines with the mulch, allowing the grass seed to stay moist while grounded in the soil. The extra fertilizer then provides the boost the seed needs to flourish. In just a few weeks, you'll be ready to break out the lawnmower again.</p></div>

Q: Are there signs my lawn needs more frequent treatment?

• <div><p>Yellow patches, poor growth, or widespread weeds indicate a need for treatment. Soil testing can confirm nutritional deficiencies that require intervention.</p></div>

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THE ENERGY! From the start, they were upbeat, on point, and moving fast. But never sloppy. Every box had a purpose and a place. Their confidence put me at ease immediately. It?s rare to see that level of service these days.
Xpress Relocations LLC
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Reviewed in May 2025
Reeds Garage Doors did a great job. They showed up on time they went above and beyond in all aspects of this garage door installation. What stood out the most was their commitment to customer satisfaction. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of garage door services-you won’t be...
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Reviewed in October 2024
Eli and crew work well together and problem solve well. They did all the site work for two manufactured homes on a small lot in Florence including excavation, installation of water, sewer, electric services, pouring slabs and laying block foundations also built steps and ramps.
United Property Improvement Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2023
He quickly responded to my call and was able to make it out the same day to fix our broken springs. Very polite, quick service and fair/affordable prices.
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Reviewed in May 2023
Very courteous and helpful. I will use his services again. He did a great job and was accommodating and responsive to all my requests.
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They did an excellent job and worked very quickly. Very service oriented.
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Work was done, in a very professional and speedy manner. Mr Davie Cole is a very professional and knowledgeable technician. We would recommend this individual and Company very easily, for service and repair. Good job Mr Cole!
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Reviewed in November 2020
Will update review after service is done. No appointments available until mid December. But the woman who called to schedule the appointment was great.
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Reviewed in September 2020
Nick and his crew are experts in the tree removal business. We own apartments and they were able to cut down several large pine trees between the apartment buildings with no damage to the buildings. We were only in town for a couple weeks and Nick fit us in his schedule to get our job...
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Weed Services questions, answered by experts

Crabgrass is very resilient, and homemade solutions like vinegar may not be strong enough. Typically, hand-weeding is the most effective option that doesn’t involve harmful chemicals. You can use corn-meal gluten as a natural pre-emergent herbicide, but it’s not as effective as chemical weed killers.

No, definitely not. Pulling weeds by hand is the single most effective way to remove them because you're eliminating the entire plant—roots and all—so it won’t have a chance to grow or spread. Setting time aside a few times per week to pull weeds can keep them at bay. If the number of weeds gets overwhelming, then you can resort to other methods.

Look for a broadleaf herbicide, one that has been formulated specifically for dandelions and is considered grass-safe.

The hydroseed mix—known as a slurry—helps grass seed take root in many ways. Water combines with the mulch, allowing the grass seed to stay moist while grounded in the soil. The extra fertilizer then provides the boost the seed needs to flourish. In just a few weeks, you'll be ready to break out the lawnmower again.

Yellow patches, poor growth, or widespread weeds indicate a need for treatment. Soil testing can confirm nutritional deficiencies that require intervention.

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